It is an interdisciplinary combination of biology and chemistry requiring a distinct
subset of material from both fields. The core courses of the major introduce students
to methods of inquiry into biological chemistry and consider the structure and function
of nucleic acids, proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates, and how these molecules mediate
chemical processes in the cell. These core courses are designed jointly by members
of the biology and chemistry departments to emphasize the interrelationships of the
topics being presented. Elective courses enable students to consider specific topics
within the broad range of biological chemistry in greater depth.
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chemistry major, our faculty and students.
2008 graduates in Biological Chemistry
Noyce Science Center-Rm 1232
Grinnell College
1116 8th Ave.
Grinnell IA 50112-1690, USA
Phone: 641-269-3172
Fax: 641-269-4285
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